100 | Are You Helping or Hurting? A Faith Lesson Found in Motherhood - Devotion

100 | Are You Helping or Hurting? A Faith Lesson Found in Motherhood - Devotion

Do your routines fall apart because you’re trying to “correct” everything around you instead of letting God lead? Have you caught yourself stepping into a role that isn’t yours — as a SAHM or even a believer? Are you struggling to keep your priorities rooted in love when discouragement, control, or perfectionism seem like the best thing in the moment but leave you filled with guilt instead of peace? If so, you’re in the right place.  Hi, Beautiful! I’m Cheryl — wife, SAHM, Coach and Mom Mentor. I learned the not‑so‑secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus, building simple routines that supported my priorities, rejecting mom guilt, and discovering what self‑esteem and self‑worth really look like in everyday motherhood. In Time for Mom, we have honest conversations about comparison, practical devotional moments, and encouragement you can tuck into the cracks of your day. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your identity, and love yourself the way your babies already do — grab your earbuds and lock the bathroom door for a minute alone. It’s Time for Mom. In celebration of the 100th episode and 1 year anniversary of Time for Mom, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts – https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast [https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast] Take a screen shot and email it to me and I will read it on the podcast! Cheryldavisauthor@gmail.com In this episode, I’m sharing how easily our correction can slip from love into control, so you can recognize the motives behind your reactions and begin responding with the kind of grace, patience, and Holy‑Spirit‑led love that actually builds relationships. * Correction without love becomes control, damaging connection and growth — whether between siblings or believers. * Love-led guidance creates room for choices, teamwork, and spiritual maturity, unlike rigid, controlling correction. * Christians harm more than they help when correction starts from confrontation instead of compassion, sowing division instead of unity. * Different convictions aren’t wrong — obedience to God is the standard, not legalism or personal preference. * Our calling is to protect, encourage, and build up weaker believers, guarding their conscience rather than flaunting our freedom. * If correction isn’t rooted in love, silence and prayer may be the best response, letting the Holy Spirit do His work. Next Steps: >Subscribe to the Time for Mom weekly devotion and newsletter: https://bit.ly/timeformomsubscribe [https://bit.ly/timeformomsubscribe] >Find Bible reference list in the original devotion: https://cheryldavisauthor.substack.com/p/are-you-correcting-out-of-love-or [https://cheryldavisauthor.substack.com/p/are-you-correcting-out-of-love-or] Join the Time for Mom private Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/timeformomcommunity [https://bit.ly/timeformomcommunity] >Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts! https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast [https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast] >Need a mom mentor? Schedule a 1:1 Time for Mom coaching call: https://bit.ly/tfmcoaching [https://bit.ly/tfmcoaching]   Related Episodes, Devotions, and Links: 84 | The Hidden Cost of Compromise - Devotion https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/84-the-hidden-cost-of-compromise-devotion/id1828707938?i=1000769069370 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/84-the-hidden-cost-of-compromise-devotion/id1828707938?i=1000769069370] 78 | Snuggles to Scripture: What My Kids Teach Me About God - Devotion https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/78-snuggles-to-scripture-what-my-kids-teach-me-about/id1828707938?i=1000765412161 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/78-snuggles-to-scripture-what-my-kids-teach-me-about/id1828707938?i=1000765412161]

99 | New Dog, Panic, and the Perseverance God Taught Me

Do you ever feel your routines or priorities slipping because the weight of responsibility hits harder than you expected — and comparison starts whispering, "It's not worth it"? Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the responsibility in front of you and wondered if your perseverance is even making a difference? Are you struggling to remember your God‑given calling when the daily push to show up, teach, and stay consistent leaves you discouraged and wondering if you're invisible? If so, you’re in the right place.  Hi, Beautiful! I’m Cheryl — wife, SAHM, Coach and Mom Mentor. I learned the not‑so‑secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus, building simple routines that supported my priorities, rejecting mom guilt, and discovering what self‑esteem and self‑worth really look like in everyday motherhood. In Time for Mom, we have honest conversations about comparison, practical devotional moments, and encouragement you can tuck into the cracks of your day. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your identity, and love yourself the way your babies already do — grab your earbuds and lock the bathroom door for a minute alone. It’s Time for Mom. In celebration of the 100th episode and 1 year anniversary of Time for Mom, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts – https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast [https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast] Take a screen shot and email it to me and I will read it on the podcast! Cheryldavisauthor@gmail.com In this episode, we're talking persistence in motherhood, calling, and life — not the glamorous kind, but the gritty, everyday perseverance when I’d rather quit. Thank you for sticking with me for a full year and almost 100 episodes. Your presence here matters more than you know. * Perseverance often starts with panic. Responsibility stretches me, but God strengthens me in the stretch. * Obedience builds momentum. This podcast grew because I kept showing up and trusted God with the results. * Motherhood requires long‑term consistency. Teaching, training, and loving my kids is slow work — but it matters. * Discouragement doesn’t mean I’m failing. It’s a normal part of parenting and calling, not a sign to quit. * Faithfulness over perfection. God honors persistence even when I feel tired, unsure, or overwhelmed. Next Steps: >Subscribe to the Time for Mom weekly devotion and newsletter: https://bit.ly/timeformomsubscribe [https://bit.ly/timeformomsubscribe] >Find Bible reference list in the original devotion: Join the Time for Mom private Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/timeformomcommunity [https://bit.ly/timeformomcommunity] >Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts! https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast [https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast] >Need a mom mentor? Schedule a 1:1 Time for Mom coaching call: https://bit.ly/tfmcoaching [https://bit.ly/tfmcoaching] Related Episodes, Devotions, and Links: 94 | “Unqualified” Isn’t Disqualified — How God Turns Your Past Into Purpose. Devotion https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/94-unqualified-isnt-disqualified-how-god-turns-your/id1828707938?i=1000774333880 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/94-unqualified-isnt-disqualified-how-god-turns-your/id1828707938?i=1000774333880] 82 | I Am Not My Own... Learning to Surrender Control - Devotion https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/82-i-am-not-my-own-learning-to-surrender-control-devotion/id1828707938?i=1000767944375 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/82-i-am-not-my-own-learning-to-surrender-control-devotion/id1828707938?i=1000767944375]

98 | Just a Mom? Discover How God Defines You - Devotion

In celebration of the 100th episode and 1 year anniversary of Time for Mom, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts – https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast [https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast] Take a screen shot and email it to me and I will read it on the podcast! Cheryldavisauthor@gmail.com Do you ever slip into routines that make you feel like you're “just a SAHM,” forgetting your God‑given identity is deeper than any role you fill? Have you noticed how quickly motherhood can overshadow your identity, making you forget you’re a daughter of the King? Are you measuring your self‑worth by the roles you carry instead of remembering you are deliberately designed, deeply loved, and more than any season you’re walking through? If so, you’re in the right place.  Hi, Beautiful! I’m Cheryl — wife, SAHM, Coach and Mom Mentor. I learned the not‑so‑secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus, building simple routines that supported my priorities, rejecting mom guilt, and discovering what self‑esteem and self‑worth really look like in everyday motherhood. In Time for Mom, we have honest conversations about comparison, practical devotional moments, and encouragement you can tuck into the cracks of your day. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your identity, and love yourself the way your babies already do — grab your earbuds and lock the bathroom door for a minute alone. It’s Time for Mom. In this episode, I’m sharing how culture tries to define us by productivity and roles so you can release those expectations and rest in the truth that God calls you treasured, known, and deliberately designed. * Your identity is not limited to motherhood — culture may label you “just a mom,” but God calls you chosen and loved. * Roles shift, but your identity in Christ stays steady — when life changes, you don’t lose who you are; you are God’s daughter first. * People may define you by what you do, but God defines you by who you are — His child, deliberately designed and deeply loved. * You are more than your productivity — God values you beyond tasks, roles, or how much you accomplish in a day. * Your story is bigger than any season you’re walking through — illness, motherhood, work, or struggle do not get the final say on your identity. * Teach your children their identity in Christ — when they know who they are to God, they won’t be shaken by changing roles or expectations. * God sees you as His treasured daughter — beloved, cherished, and held, no matter what role you’re currently living out. Next Steps: >Subscribe to the Time for Mom weekly devotion and newsletter: https://bit.ly/timeformomsubscribe [https://bit.ly/timeformomsubscribe] >Find Bible reference list in the original devotion: https://cheryldavisauthor.substack.com/p/stuck-in-the-mom-role-the-truth-about [https://cheryldavisauthor.substack.com/p/stuck-in-the-mom-role-the-truth-about] Join the Time for Mom private Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/timeformomcommunity [https://bit.ly/timeformomcommunity] >Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts! https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast [https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast] >Need a mom mentor? Schedule a 1:1 Time for Mom coaching call: https://bit.ly/tfmcoaching [https://bit.ly/tfmcoaching] Related Episodes, Devotions, and Links: 93 | Lost in Motherhood? Rediscover Your Identity, Self‑Worth, and Priorities as a SAHM https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/93-lost-in-motherhood-rediscover-your-identity-self/id1828707938?i=1000774025453 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/93-lost-in-motherhood-rediscover-your-identity-self/id1828707938?i=1000774025453] 82 | I Am Not My Own... Learning to Surrender Control - Devotion https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/82-i-am-not-my-own-learning-to-surrender-control-devotion/id1828707938?i=1000767944375 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/82-i-am-not-my-own-learning-to-surrender-control-devotion/id1828707938?i=1000767944375] 75 | No Purpose in Motherhood? Let's Find Your Dream Again Special Guest Nicole Naicker https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/75-no-purpose-in-motherhood-lets-find-your-dream-again/id1828707938?i=1000763048929 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/75-no-purpose-in-motherhood-lets-find-your-dream-again/id1828707938?i=1000763048929]

97 | Emotional Regulation for Overwhelmed Moms with Special Guest Kelsey Redd

In celebration of the 100th episode and 1 year anniversary of Time for Mom, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts – https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast [https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast]or wherever you listen to podcasts. your review helps make Time for Mom easier for other moms to find. If you take a screen shot of your review and email it to me and I will read it on the podcast! Cheryldavisauthor@gmail.com Do you ever get caught in routines that leave you overreacting, comparing yourself to other SAHMs, and wondering if your self-worth is tied to how “well” you’re mothering? Have you noticed how quickly mom guilt can hijack your priorities — pulling you into negative thought spirals before you even realize what your body is trying to tell you? Are you starting to see how your self-esteem shifts when you’re overwhelmed, making it harder to choose a calm response and remember the relationship God is forming in you as you parent your child? If so, you’re in the right place.  Hi, Beautiful! I’m Cheryl — wife, SAHM, Coach and Mom Mentor. I learned the not‑so‑secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus, building simple routines that supported my priorities, rejecting mom guilt, and discovering what self‑esteem and self‑worth really look like in everyday motherhood. In Time for Mom, we have honest conversations about comparison, practical devotional moments, and encouragement you can tuck into the cracks of your day. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your identity, and love yourself the way your babies already do — grab your earbuds and lock the bathroom door for a minute alone. It’s Time for Mom. Meet Kelsey Redd, a wife, mom of 4 little kids, an adventurer, and most importantly, a disciple of Jesus Christ. She is the host of the Intentional Motherhood podcast, where she helps busy Christian moms create presence & purpose at home through simple mindfulness routines and sustainable spiritual practices. After a decade as a holistically trained Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Kelsey’s focus shifted from therapy into motherhood and spirituality, helping women align with God, shift their mindset, and find joy in motherhood without doing more. As a SAHM herself, she’s passionate about helping women create lives they love and to really enjoy motherhood! In this honest and hope-filled conversation, Kelsey Redd unpacks why moms slip into negative thought spirals — and how to stop them before they take over your day. Together we explore emotional regulation, spiritual alignment, and the powerful truth that parenting often reveals the places where we still need nurturing, healing, and re-parenting. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, reactive, or stuck in your head, this episode gives you practical tools and a faith-centered framework to breathe again. Key Takeaways * Negative thought spirals lose power the moment you identify, articulate, and interrupt them. * Emotional regulation works best when you practice it before you need it — not in the heat of the moment. * Parenting is deeply connected to re-parenting yourself and healing the parts of you God is still shaping. * Your relationship with your children often mirrors the relationship you’re trying to build with God. * Awareness of your body — tension, breathing, posture — helps you understand what you’re actually feeling. * You can choose your focus: there are always multiple experiences happening at once, and you get to decide which one you give attention to. Practical Techniques to Stop Negative Thought Spirals * Identify when you’ve entered a negative spiral. * Say it out loud or write it down to break the mental loop. * Practice regulation habits regularly so they’re available when emotions spike. * Notice your current emotional condition without judgment. * Journal your triggers to reveal patterns. * Recognize moments of overreaction before they escalate. * Pause long enough to calm your body. * Name what you’re about to do and how you’re feeling. * Choose the response you want instead of reacting from overwhelm. >Intentional Motherhood Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/intentional-motherhood-mindset-wellness-routines-self/id1812232330 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/intentional-motherhood-mindset-wellness-routines-self/id1812232330] >Website: Creatingintentionalmothers.com [https://www.creatingintentionalmothers.com/] >Stop the Spiral course - https://www.creatingintentionalmothers.com/stop-the-spiral [https://www.creatingintentionalmothers.com/stop-the-spiral]  >Discount Code: TIMEFORMOM >Ig: @creating.intentional.mothers  >Email: creating.intentional.mothers@gmail.com Next Steps: >Subscribe to the Time for Mom weekly devotion and newsletter: https://bit.ly/timeformomsubscribe [https://bit.ly/timeformomsubscribe] >Find Bible reference list in the original devotion: https://cheryldavisauthor.substack.com/p/stuck-in-the-mom-role-the-truth-about [https://cheryldavisauthor.substack.com/p/stuck-in-the-mom-role-the-truth-about] Join the Time for Mom private Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/timeformomcommunity [https://bit.ly/timeformomcommunity] >Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts! https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast [https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast] >Need a mom mentor? Schedule a 1:1 Time for Mom coaching call: https://bit.ly/tfmcoaching [https://bit.ly/tfmcoaching]

96 | Comparison Builds Walls, Grace Builds Friendships - Devotion

Do you go into momma bear mode when someone hurts your family, forgetting there may be a deeper story you can’t see? Have you ever compared your priorities to another person and wonder why they are doing things that don't make sense, instead of considering the invisible battles they might be fighting? Are you carrying judgement in a way that leaves you feeling guilty, instead of choosing grace that protects your peace and your relationships? If so, you’re in the right place.  Hi, Beautiful! I’m Cheryl — wife, SAHM, Coach and Mom Mentor. I learned the not‑so‑secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus, building simple routines that supported my priorities, rejecting mom guilt, and discovering what self‑esteem and self‑worth really look like in everyday motherhood. In Time for Mom, we have honest conversations about comparison, practical devotional moments, and encouragement you can tuck into the cracks of your day. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your identity, and love yourself the way your babies already do — grab your earbuds and lock the bathroom door for a minute alone. It’s Time for Mom. In this episode, I’m sharing why what you can’t see in someone’s life matters more than what you do see, so you can stop carrying the weight of judgement and start responding with Christlike grace, empathy, and peace. * Hurt people hurt people — look deeper before reacting. * Judgement is easy; grace takes Holy Spirit strength. * Invisible battles shape behavior more than we realize. * Assumptions destroy relationships — curiosity repairs them. * Understanding isn’t approval — it’s Christlike compassion. * Leave condemnation to God — He sees the whole picture. * Grace brings more joy than judgement ever will. Next Steps: >Subscribe to the Time for Mom weekly devotion and newsletter: https://bit.ly/timeformomsubscribe [https://bit.ly/timeformomsubscribe] >Find Bible reference list in the original devotion: https://cheryldavisauthor.substack.com/p/what-you-cant-see-8-lessons-on-judgement [https://cheryldavisauthor.substack.com/p/what-you-cant-see-8-lessons-on-judgement] Join the Time for Mom private Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/timeformomcommunity [https://bit.ly/timeformomcommunity] >Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts! https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast [https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast] >Need a mom mentor? Schedule a 1:1 Time for Mom coaching call: https://bit.ly/tfmcoaching [https://bit.ly/tfmcoaching] Related Episodes, Devotions, and Links: 94 | “Unqualified” Isn’t Disqualified — How God Turns Your Past Into Purpose. Devotion https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/94-unqualified-isnt-disqualified-how-god-turns-your/id1828707938?i=1000774333880 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/94-unqualified-isnt-disqualified-how-god-turns-your/id1828707938?i=1000774333880] 93 | Lost in Motherhood? Rediscover Your Identity, Self‑Worth, and Priorities as a SAHM https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/93-lost-in-motherhood-rediscover-your-identity-self/id1828707938?i=1000774025453 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/93-lost-in-motherhood-rediscover-your-identity-self/id1828707938?i=1000774025453]